Bookbinding Hide Glue Flakes from Japan
Amber-colored hide glue flakes over 88 cents per kg for traditional bookbinding. HTS 3503.00.40.00 for animal glues. Artisanal quality commands premium.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include bloom gel strength test results; small batch declarations common; humidity control critical